ProShares - Large Cap Cor... (CSM)
ProShares - Large Cap Core Plus Max Pain By Strike
CSM trades at $73.52, 38.7% above the near-term max pain of $53 expiring Sep 19, 2025 (31 days). Expect downward pressure as dealers benefit from price declining toward max pain. Max pain is falling across expirations ($53-$80), signaling increased put positioning or downside protection. High dispersion in max pain levels suggests competing forces and potential volatility.
ProShares - Large Cap Core Plus Max Pain By Expiry
Max pain for CSM shows a downward trend from 80 to 53, indicating bearish sentiment or hedging activity. The 42% spread signals divergent expectations across timeframes. Most levels below 73.52 may cap rallies. Weekly expirations influence price 2-3 days before expiry; monthlies throughout their final week.
Max Pain Table
| Expiration Date | Max Pain | Max Pain vs Current Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 19, 2025 | 53 | -20.52 (-27.91%) |
| Oct 17, 2025 | 68 | -5.52 (-7.50%) |
| Dec 19, 2025 | 56 | -17.52 (-23.83%) |
| Jan 16, 2026 | 80 | 6.48 (8.82%) |
| Mar 20, 2026 | 66 | -7.52 (-10.22%) |